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The Education Business Podcast

Claire Riley
Education
Classroom Secrets
Education Business
Entrepreneurship
Education Sector
Business Growth
Tutoring
Motherhood
Work-Life Balance
Personal Development
Founder's Days
Business Delegation
Edtech
Leadership
Education Advisors
Imposter Syndrome
Integrity
Teaching
Budget Constraints In Education
Franchising

The Education Business Podcast is for educational consultants, small education-based business owners, Edtech providers and workshop leaders focused on providing education services to schools, as well as for teachers transitioning to freelancing with an entrepreneurial business idea. Growing and scaling a business that provides a service to schools and education requires a different skillset and in... more

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Season 3 of the Education Business Podcast closes with a reflective and practical solo episode from Claire Riley. After interviewing more than 50 education entrepreneurs, Claire shares the biggest lessons and recurring themes that e... more

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This episode explores what makes selling into education fundamentally different from other sectors. Steve Whitley shares four decades of experience across EdTech, international education markets, and consultancy, offering practical ... more

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Phil Robinson shares the unconventional journey that led him from military service and central government IT programmes into education and eventually founding Tide Education.

In this conversation, Phil talks openly about the real... more

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Sarah shares how she built a tutoring franchise from an “accidental” start into a long-term business. The conversation explores franchising from both sides, decision-making under uncertainty, and what actually drives sustainable gr... more

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Recent Guests

Steve Whitley
Founder of EdTech Consulting, former MD of an international STEM products company
EdTech Consulting
Episode: Steve Whitley: Practical Lessons From 40 Years in Education
Phil Robinson
Former military officer, founder of Tide Education
Tide Education
Episode: Phil Robinson: From Military Leadership to Education Innovation
Sarah Marsh
Founder of MagiKats and Study Central
MagiKats / Study Central
Episode: Sarah Marsh: The Accidental Founder: Building an Education Franchise
Katie Stone
Former teacher turned education business founder and VA service provider for education businesses
Self-employed/education services
Episode: Katie Stone: From Teacher Burnout to Scalable Business
Simon Hunt
Teacher, author, and education business adviser
Independent educator and author
Episode: Simon Hunt: Why Credibility Matters More Than Followers
Matthew Henshall
Founder/CEO of Lessonspace; co-founder of Code for Kids
Lessonspace, Code for Kids
Episode: Matthew Henshall: Scaling by Subtraction: Building a Net Positive Business
Jen Elliott
Leader in education business, CEO/owner with experience in MBOs and exits
Education business (EPM)
Episode: Jen Elliott: An Operator’s Guide to Scaling and Exiting an Education Business
Kate Bodrova
Education entrepreneur, founder of AMAZE (language/education ventures)
AMAZE (as discussed)
Episode: Kate Bodrova: Building in a Crowded Market
Parita Patel
Founder of LEAPeducate, education entrepreneur
LEAPeducate / LEAPeducate Education
Episode: Parita Patel: Building an Education Business Around Life, Not the Other Way Around

Host

Claire Riley
Co-founder of Classroom Secrets; host of The Education Business Podcast; independent educator resources founder

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 180 ratings
  • So helpful - exactly what I need!

    This podcast is very helpful to anyone with an education business. It doesn’t even matter where you are in that journey because there are nuggets of wisdom for everyone. I binged every episode because I was learning so much. Big thanks to Claire - keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @AdamHillEDU
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Excellent podcast - so relatable

    Claire just seems so down to earth and everything she says makes me realise how I feel. Excellent advise and tips. Best education business related podcast I’ve listened to

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Annaaaaaaaaag
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Staple listen for education businesses

    Love the bite-size episodes. Really easy to digest with loads of takeaways.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kez1785
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Fantastic!

    These podcasts are a must for anyone working in an education business. Claire is straight talking and really makes you think about what you currently do and why. Lots of ideas and very thought provoking.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    121J_C
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • podcast review

    Amazing, informative, podcast full of information!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stovepipe1999
    United Kingdom5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Clear takeaways and actionable tips for growing an education business
Listeners praise honesty, transparency, and practical marketing advice
Relatable host with practical, down-to-earth guidance
Guests are credible educators who share real-world experiences
Episodes are bite-sized and easy to digest with strong emphasis on mindset

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Matt Dix: Building Multiple Educational Content Brands
Q: Do you teach children as part of your business offering? Have you considered using resources from Classroom Secrets?
Claire implies Classroom Secrets as a sponsor and potential partner; Matt discusses structuring resources for schools, with emphasis on practical, implementable content and building credibility through case studies and demos.
Matt Dix: Building Multiple Educational Content Brands
Q: What strategies have you used to get in front of schools and teachers and get them to actually buy?
He highlights using a combination of organic social media growth, targeted lead magnets and email nurturing, specific audience targeting (e.g., music leads, SLT), and later leveraging LinkedIn and in-person presentations to convert school decisions.
Matt Dix: Building Multiple Educational Content Brands
Q: So tell us the story. How did you get into teaching? What inspired you to start multiple education brands? And where are you now? Are you full time on your business?
Matt shares his path from teaching to building multiple resource brands, describes gradual transitions to balance teaching with entrepreneurship, and explains the umbrella structure that now coordinates his projects, with a plan toward ongoing growth and potential future shifts.
Ian Hunter: Breaking into International Education Markets
Q: What are common mistakes companies make when entering international markets, and how can they be avoided?
Common mistakes include insufficient market research, not considering localization needs, and spreading efforts too thin across multiple territories without securing a foothold in a promising region; the remedy is focused research and leveraging networks for early introductions.
Ian Hunter: Breaking into International Education Markets
Q: What are the main differences between the UK market and international markets when expanding education businesses?
Key differences include funding models, teacher time and autonomy, and the need to establish early relationships with ministries, schools, and international organizations, plus the requirement to tailor products and support to different regional contexts.

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A practical, people-driven show focused on building and growing education-focused businesses. Conversations center on balancing pedagogy with entrepreneurship, marketing to schools, pricing, planning, and scaling teams, with a strong emphasis on authenticity and student-minded impact. Notable through-lines include navigating burnout and motherhood, leveraging lived teaching experiences to create value, and the importance of clear boundaries, conversations with peers, and personal branding in education services.

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Recent guests on The Education Business Podcast include:

1. Steve Whitley
2. Phil Robinson
3. Sarah Marsh
4. Katie Stone
5. Simon Hunt
6. Matthew Henshall
7. Jen Elliott
8. Kate Bodrova

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